The Calcu Vineyards and Viña Maquis share a winery in Palmilla in the Colchagua Valley for making and ageing their wines.The winery was built in 2002 under a sustainable concept using gravity technology to allow the grapes and musts to move gently in order to better preserve the aromas and flavours of each of its wines.Equipped with an innovative geothermal plant, it is the only winery in Chile that uses this type of energy for its wine production. Thanks to this initiative, they were recognised by the Chilean-British Chamber of Commerce as they reduced their gas consumption by 90% and electricity consumption by 40% per litre of wine produced.
TASTING NOTES
A bright ruby colour with violet hues, this wine stands out for its aromas of blue flowers, black spices and gentle hints of fresh and ripe red fruit. In the mouth it is well-structured, enveloping and elegant with a fresh, fruity and velvety finish.
FOOD PAIRINGS
It pairs well with a medium-rare steak, perhaps grilled with a touch of rosemary and garlic, brings out the boldness of the wine while the smoky char enhances its dark fruit notes. Alternatively, a rich mushroom risotto, with its earthy and savoury components, harmonises perfectly with Carmenère’s herbal undertones and subtle tannins.
SPECIFICATIONS
TYPE - Red Wine
REGION - Colchagua Valley
COUNTRY - Chile
GRAPE VARIETIES - 95% Carménère, and 5% Cabernet Franc
CLOSURE - Cork
RESIDUAL SUGARS - 2.45 g/L
ACIDITY - 3.65 g/L
ABV - 13.5%